Serving 585 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Columbia City Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 585 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Columbia City Elementary School serves the southern part of Lake City, FL, covering an area of approximately 70 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of about 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Columbia City Elementary School's student population of 585 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
585 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Columbia City Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia City Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#897 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia City Elementary School's ranking?
Columbia City Elementary School is ranked #897 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Columbia City Elementary School often compared to?
Columbia City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pinemount Elementary School, Westside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Columbia City Elementary School?
585 students attend Columbia City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Columbia City Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Columbia City Elementary School?
Columbia City Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia City Elementary School offer ?
Columbia City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia City Elementary School part of?
Columbia City Elementary School is part of Columbia School District.
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